Citimed AM

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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Cetirizine (10 mg) + Ambroxol (60 mg)

Citimed Am Information

Citimed Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Citimed Am has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Citimed Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Citimed Am include Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Citimed Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Citimed Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Citimed Am is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Citimed Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Citimed Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Citimed Am in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Some other conditions that can be affected by Citimed Am are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Citimed Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Citimed Am is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Citimed Am Benefits & Uses

Citimed Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Citimed Am Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetrizine 5 mg + Ambroxol 60 mg/Tablet
Adult
  • Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetrizine 5 mg + Ambroxol 60 mg or Cetrizine 10 mg + Ambroxol 75 mg/Tablet
Geriatric
  • Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetrizine 5 mg + Ambroxol 60 mg or Cetrizine 10 mg + Ambroxol 75 mg/Tablet

Citimed Am Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Citimed Am safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Citimed AM. If you are pregnant, do not take Citimed AM without a doctor's advice.

  • Is the use of Citimed Am safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Citimed AM. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

  • What is the effect of Citimed Am on the Kidneys?


    Citimed AM rarely affects the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Citimed Am on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Citimed AM on the liver have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Citimed Am on the Heart?


    Citimed AM may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Citimed Am with Other Drugs

Citimed Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Citimed Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citimed Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Am

  • Is this Citimed Am habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Citimed Am has not been reported.

Citimed Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Citimed Am


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Citimed Am with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Citimed Am


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Citimed Am with alcohol.



Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Am

Question over 5 years ago

How does Citimed AM work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Citimed AM works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Citimed AM With Paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Citimed AM can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Citimed AM with ambroxol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citimed AM can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Citimed AM without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Citimed AM is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Citimed AM a pain-killer?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Citimed AM is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219

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